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💛 Our mission is to advocate for the value, acceptance, and inclusion of individuals with Down syndrome.

We believe in presuming competence, inspiring inclusion, and empowering individuals to reach their fullest potential. Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder characterized by the presence of an extra #21 chromosome. Instead of having 46 chromosomes in each of his/her cells, a person with Down syndrome has 47. The extra chromosome may be derived from either the egg or the sperm. It is believed that during cell division of a sperm or egg, the two #21 chromosomes do not separate properly (non-disjunction). Thus, one cell will have an extra #21 chromosome, which later, if united with a normal germ cell, which has among others one #21 chromosome, may lead to trisomy 21. The first cell at conception then has 47 chromosomes instead of "normal set" of 46 chromosomes. When this cell with three #21 chromosomes continues to multiply, and the pregnancy is carried to term, a baby with Down syndrome will be born. This form of chromosome error, trisomy 21, is found in about 95% of persons with Down syndrome.

24/01/2026

A moment of community support and inclusion 💛🎶

Presentation from Friends for d Road J’ouvert Band to Daniel Gulston, self advocate and proud member of the Massy Trinidad All Stars Youth Steel Orchestra 🥁✨

Friends for d Road purchased 10 tickets for the Kaiso Show, with part proceeds going toward supporting the work of the Down Syndrome Family Network 💙

Thank you to Che Lovelace, band leader, along with Daniel Gulston, Dianne Gulston and Lisa Ghany from the DSFN for standing together in celebration of music culture and inclusion 🌍🙌

🎟️ Tickets Available from all DSFN Board Members 🎟️

21/01/2026

Congratulations to the Shell Invaders Youth Steel Orchestra who went on to be crowned 2026 National Junior Panorama Champions 💛🥁✨

Our Director and Self Advocate Kellie Simmons, who proudly plays with the band, reminds us that music creates space for everyone to belong and thrive 🙌🎶

We are proud to capture this special moment with the President and First Gentleman at the Invaders Pan Yard, a true celebration of youth talent national pride and inclusive excellence 🇹🇹✨

The Office of the President of the Republic of T&T
Invaders Steel Orchestra

16/01/2026

🎶 Kaiso fuh So 🎶

Come out enjoy the culture, support the arts and know that part proceeds will go toward supporting the work of the Down Syndrome Family Network 💛💙 🎤🔥

🎟️ Physical Tickets are available from all Board Members 🎟️

📅 Tuesday 3rd February 2026
📍 Massy Trinidad All Stars
🎭 Extempo Gypsy Calypso Nite

Featuring an incredible cast including Ta’Zyah O’Connor Karene Asche Chuck Gordon Sugar Aloes Ainsley King Terri Lyons Rikki Jai Eddie Charles Candy Kay Nico and Kaiso Webb 🌟

🎙️ MC Sonny Bling
🎶 Band Oral Rodriguez and D Razor Sharpe Band
🎤 Background vocals Ramona Joseph and Nicole
🎚️ Sound Engineer Edward Camps
🎭 Stage Manager Delinda Orr Burgess
🎬 Producer and Coordinator TASSO and Sherma Orr

Together we celebrate music inclusion and community 🙌✨

14/01/2026

01/01/2026

Only a few memories and milestones from a successful 2025 💛 A year of advocating for inclusion, amplifying the voices of self advocates, and equipping resilient parents and loved ones with the tools that truly matter 🌍💙

As we step into 2026 we’re dreaming bigger speaking louder and building even safer brighter and more inclusive spaces for the entire disability community ✨💪📣

Here’s to progress purpose and potential unlocked together 🌟

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30/12/2025

A community built one workshop at a time 💛✨

Through shared stories, advocacy, laughter learning and love we’ve created something powerful together 🤝🌍

These workshops didn’t just build skills, they built confidence friendships, support systems and a family rooted in inclusion 💙💪

Grateful for every voice every parent, every self advocate and every step forward 🌟

More moments. More memories. More community!

29/12/2025

More moments more milestones more magic 💛✨

We’re not just celebrating memories we’re celebrating momentum 🌍💪

2026 holds bigger breakthroughs louder voices and new opportunities for the entire disability community 🧩💙🎄

Here’s to another year of inclusion progress and milestones worth cheering for 🎉🌟

23/12/2025

Reminiscing on our Trinidad End of Year Workshop 💛🎄✨

🤝🌟 Moments of connection reflection and celebration that remind us how far we’ve come as a community and why this work truly matters 💙

As we look ahead to the new year we’re inspired by the milestones still to come ✨
📣 Stronger advocacy
🌍 Greater inclusion
💛 More opportunities for our families and self advocates 💪

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, love filled and inclusive season 🎄✨🤍

22/12/2025

More moments from our Tobago DSFN Family Workshop 💛

Each photo reflects connection growth and the power of community coming together in a shared space of inclusion and support 🌍✨

We are thankful for the families self advocates and partners who made the day meaningful and memorable.

The work continues and so does the progress 💙

19/12/2025

𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗚𝗢 End of Year Workshop ✨
Amazing Day, Essential Conversations 💚💙

18/12/2025

Today we came together in 𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗚𝗢 for our DSFN Family Workshop 💛

A day filled with connection, learning, reflection and celebration as families, self advocates and supporters shared inspiration, stories and strength 🌍✨

We are grateful for every voice every moment and every milestone reached together.

The journey continues and so does our commitment to inclusion opportunity and community for all 💙

16/12/2025

✨ DSFN Family Workshop 𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗚𝗢✨

As we wrap up the year we’re bringing our families self advocates and community together for connection reflection and celebration 💛💙

We are pleased to share that Alvin (Big Dougie) Douglas will be joining us as a guest speaker 🙌✨

Alvin Douglas is Vice President of the Association of Tobago Dive Operators Managing Director of Frontier Divers Ltd and Owner and Director of Tobago Marine Safety and Security Services Ltd bringing valuable insight leadership and lived experience to the conversation.

📅 Thursday 18th December 2025
⏰ 9:00am to 1:00pm
📍 Buccoo Integrated Facility Tobago

Join us for a meaningful year in review inspiring speakers parent testimonials awards entertainment prayer and sharing 🌍✨
🎟️ FREE to attend registration is required
👨‍👩‍👧 Maximum 4 per family self advocate plus 3

🔗 Live link in bio
🔗 Or register here https://tinyurl.com/DSFNTobagoDec

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Building Office 3, Althom, 18-20 Pembroke Street
Port Of Spain

Website

https://www.dsfamilynetwork.org/

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